EN ISO 10360-10 is part of the ISO 10360 international series of standards for verifying the accuracy of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). The series specifies requirements and test procedures for different types of CMMs, ensuring their precise and reliable performance.

Each part of ISO 10360 focuses on a different aspect or type of measuring machine. For example, ISO 10360-4 deals with scanning probes, while ISO 10360-5 refers to machines equipped with rotary heads. ISO 10360-8, on the other hand, specifies requirements for 3D scanners.

Laser trackers and their role in ISO 10360-10

ISO 10360-10 was created specifically for laser trackers – advanced metrology devices for measuring large-scale objects. Laser trackers work on the principle of tracking a reflected laser beam, enabling accurate determination of the coordinates of points in space. As a result, they are widely used in the aerospace, automotive, energy and mechanical engineering industries.

ISO 10360-10 specifies methods for testing the accuracy of laser trackers under various conditions, such as:

• Precision of distance measurement – checking the accuracy of linear measurements at different distances,
• Angular accuracy – assessing precision in determining angles,
• Measurement repeatability – testing whether the device provides stable and repeatable results,
• Resistance to environmental factors – assessing the impact of temperature, humidity and other factors on measurement results.

Importance of ISO 10360-10 for the industry

The introduction of standards, such as EN ISO 10360-10, is intended to standardize testing procedures, allowing users to compare different measuring devices and providing confidence in the specifications provided by manufacturers. This allows users to make an informed choice of the equipment best suited to their needs, with confidence in its accuracy and reliability.

This standard is particularly important for companies involved in the production of large-scale components, where measurement precision plays a key role. Meeting the requirements of ISO 10360-10 allows to increase production quality, reduce errors and improve the efficiency of quality control processes.

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